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Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Ritual Of The Savage (Le Sacre Du Sauvage) (+2 bonus tracks) (ltd. ed.) (180g)
Les Baxter & His Orchestra - Ritual Of The Savage (Le Sacre Du Sauvage) (+2 bonus tracks) (ltd. ed.) (180g)
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Les Baxter & His Orchestra – Ritual Of The Savage | 180g Vinyl LP
Immerse yourself in the exotic soundscapes of Les Baxter & His Orchestra's 1955 masterpiece, Ritual Of The Savage. This seminal Jazz/Latin/Afro-Cuban vinyl LP transports listeners to a vibrant, imaginative world, defining the very essence of exotica music. Experience the lush arrangements and evocative rhythms that made this Les Baxter vinyl record a foundational work.
About the Album
Released in 1955, Ritual Of The Savage stands as a pivotal recording in Les Baxter's discography, widely credited for pioneering the exotica genre. Its innovative blend of orchestral arrangements with Latin and Afro-Cuban rhythms created a unique sonic tapestry. This album invited audiences to explore imagined distant lands through its evocative musical narratives.
The Vinyl Experience
A needle drop onto this 180-gram Vinyl LP promises a rich, warm analog sound, allowing the intricate layers of Baxter's arrangements to unfold with stunning clarity. This limited edition pressing is a true audiophile vinyl experience, offering a deep dive into the grooves of a genre-defining classic for serious collectors.
- Format: Vinyl LP
- Artist: Les Baxter & His Orchestra
- Genre: Jazz/Latin/Afro-Cuban, Exotica
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, collectors of 1950s vinyl records, exotica enthusiasts
Collector's Note
Few records from the 1950s capture the spirit of exotic escapism and musical adventure with such enduring charm and influence. This particular pressing, with its bonus tracks, offers a deeper exploration into the master's vision.
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A 180g record is significantly thicker and heavier than standard vintage pressings. This added weight provides superior physical stability on the turntable platter reducing wow and flutter during playback and protecting the record from warping over time under changing temperature conditions.
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